1117-days after being taken by a previously unknown Iraqi organisation Harmeet Sooden was freed in a British-led raid on West Baghdad. Four months is a long time in captivity and there were fears that Harmeet might join the long list of hostages executed. It's difficult to know how many Westerners have been kidnapped in Iraq. General consensus says more than 400 since 2003, and Newsweek reports that 43 are still being held. How hard will it be to slot back into a life of freedom after four months in captivity?
2Behind the scenes at Bic Runga and Neil Finn's national tour.
3Exclusive interview with actor and musician Russell Crowe.
4The Toronto Film Festival has been favourable to New Zealand cinema, launching Whale Rider, River Queen and The World's Fastest Indian onto the world stage. Why?
5Doodlebug The resignation of Labour Party Cabinet Minister David Parker.